[Tara]

Same problem, here.  I found this out while doing the floor prance (sexy legs) on the floor.  My instructor reminds us to straighten our legs to get the full effect of the exercise, and that is when I discovered that my legs felt tight, like there was a rubber-band not permitting me to straighten my legs.  I have been working on stretching, mainly my hamstrings, and I think this should help.

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Hey. I have a LMR Black, Painted pole, and a Xpole (50mm chrome) and I am in the process, like picking up-next week,  a Stainless Steel rotator from a seller I've found.  If i weren't getting a great deal, on a pole that I am familiar with, I would look into a brass pole.  Funny enough, there is a building on 72nd street that has an overlay, with brass legs, and I'm ALWAYS passing by there, and doing a hold/lift on their pole.  

I had been happy with my LM pole for some time, until I started taking classes at a studio, and found that I can spin (on stationary), and slide (ex. exit a superman, slink down) smoother.  I too have torn my skin due to the stickiness of the pole.  I do not plan on selling my painted  Rotator, but either having both up, or switching out the poles from time to time.  I also had the problem with the screw in the ceiling.   This prevented me from tightening my pole.  But my husband has placed a wooded piece there, and now it is not a problem.

The XPole is kept in my bedroom, and I find it to be slippery. This isn't a big deal, because you get more grip, as you warm the pole.  I don't use it as often because of space, and my room is usually freezing, but since my bedroom is carpeted, and my poleroom is not, I can practice different things comfortably.  Plus hubby demands we keep it there. Lol!

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tamarastarr2000@yahoo.com  

…The quickest way to contact me! Always welcoming my Pole Peeps!

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I’m going to both ceremonies (again). I saw Karol’s submission video, and I can’t wait! They, like so many of the members here, inspire me incredibly!!! I’d love to meet you guys in person!

[Tara]

@ poleophile- I have the S-factor DVD’s, and I am surely going to pop them in every now and then thanks to your comment. I’ve been really focusing on flexibility. Thanks!

[Tara]

There is a member by the name of Dangerous on SV. Her floorwork is amazing. Also, if you look into some of the SV challenge archives, there was a months of floorwork videos that you could link to.

Here is a link to a Dangerous vid:

https://www.studioveena.com/videos/view/dddf1b30-bb50-11df-856f-001b214581be

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I bought this DVD and a set of ankle weights and I’m pretty impressed with my results so far. This DVD is her showing you how to do these stretches in great detail, but you can NOT go at her pace and expect any improvements. YOU HAVE TO PAUSE THE DVD ON EVERY MOVE TO GET A GOOD STRETCH. The exercises she does with the ankle weights are quite a workout and it defiantly helps improve flexibility.

FYI: I also bought one of her other DVDs, Stretching For The Least Flexible People On Earth to help my hubby with tight hip flexors and knee pain. I wouldn’t recommend that DVD to anyone for the price. It was produced in a shabby office space and didn’t provide information or techniques as good as Secrets of Stretch and Flexibility. She is very encouraging though. Hope this helped.
Where did you download this from? Site??

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I’m pretty sure thats a cross knee release you’re doing there! But well done!! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif Lovely move to get https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

Thanks!

[Tara]

Your description made me think of the climb tracee does near the start of this video:

http://ver3.studioveena.com/lessons/view/4302

Hope that helps. =)

Yes, that’s it! I think I’ve got it. I’m trying it in my "Waiter" video upload around 3:28. I think I need to bring my body in closer, and widen my kicks. Ahhhh stretching!!

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do you have a video? lol i mean you got that term from somewhere….
to me it sounds like you are describing the kind of climbing i usually see leigh ann doing. i’d search for leigh ann orsi in youtube and see if that’s what ur talking about

Kinda. I mostly see her doing more of a spin-climb. I’ll have to look into this one later on spinny. I can do it on static. I LOVE that she has legs for days! Helps me figure out what to do with mine. LOL!!

[Tara]

hey T!

this is also called a "show" climb https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

start on the ground- put your right foot on pole as usual. as you step up to a stand, bring your left leg forward so it is straight; hisp should be in all the way (crotch to pole). lean a little towards your right leg so the pole is held in tension against your left thigh. bring your hands up, regrip, bring your right foot up to hook higher on the pole. bend your left leg and sweep it straight back and straighten it as you bring it forward again and stand. rinse and repeat!

Thanks, Girl. I wasn’t bringing myself in close enough (or leaning to the right), or swinging the left leg out enough- that will come with stretching. I decided to record myself, and upload some new vids so I could better Identify my conflict. You do this perfectly!!

[Tara]

Is it the climb she does here at 3 minutes?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1c7qmfuAYGM" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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I got 4 mirrors from Home Depot, and my husband has sealed them onto the walls. They ran about $30 a piece, and measure about 7′ tall, and 6.5′ wide. Delivery was the kicker!

[Tara]

Update:
Down to 143lbs!
Bust: 37
Waist: 31
Hips: 37
I still have 1 inch of permanent muffin top https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_sad.gif I hope it will go away in the next 13 lbs
Thighs: 21

13lbs to go! yay http://caloriecount.about.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I am gonna post a video of me doing pole tricks from a year ago, just to show the difference. when i get around to it haha

Congratulations! Keep it up!
Tara

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I am In! I officially commit to this:

Goals:
-Lose 15lbs (more later, but that’s just starting out)
-Increase flexibility (Split Diary/yoga)
-Toning arms. Having visible muscle/definition.
-Improving strength (in my wrists, and arms)
-Trimming waistline (losing that obnoxious jiggle)
-Improving posture (by using my Wii Fit Yoga)
(*Mastering the pole sit- maybe if I’m lighter, I’ll have less pain)

The Plan
-Working out 5 out of 7 days during the week (in the gym, or home)
-Use the poles in my house! Have fun…Dance. UTILIZE MY SV LESSONS!!
-Holding myself accountable (by recording calories- I have a great app "Shape-Up" on my iPhone)
-Replacing "Sweets" with fruits (Sweets are my weakness)
-Avoid the "daily scale visit". (Im not sure on how often I shall record progress)
-Drink plenty of water

So that’s my plan, and I’m stickin’ to it!
Do we have a (weekly/bi-weekly) check-in day??

I think we need to be each other’s support! Good luck everyone… May your inner "pole hottie" surface! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif

Tara

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Tara (Tamara). I’ll be taking the "Iron Horse"/MTA into the city for the day. Attending both events, touring studios in between and maybe attending an afterparty. Then, returning home (I live in NYC). I hope to meet you girls. Are we doing/wearing anything to identify each other?? That would be cute. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif
Tara that would be too cute to do/wear something to id ea other? But what? A ribbon, certain color?

Maybe a ribbon tied around the right wrist? Any color, since it is such short notice? What do you think??

[Tara]

Tara (Tamara). I’ll be taking the "Iron Horse"/MTA into the city for the day. Attending both events, touring studios in between and maybe attending an afterparty. Then, returning home (I live in NYC). I hope to meet you girls. Are we doing/wearing anything to identify each other?? That would be cute. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_cheers.gif

[Tara]

Veena, be strong for your family. I am hoping all of our prayers are strong for you.

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I live in NY, so travel is not a biggie for me. I attending both events. I am going to the amateur division with some of my co-workers (non-polers). and attending the afternoon event alone. I know that my ticket says J-5. I am not sure if they are balcony seats. I would love to meet you though, so I am pm’ing you my cell. I am spending the time in between touring studios.

Tara

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I too am trying to get rid of my belly. I got approval from my doc to start the P90X workout series. I am following the directions for weightloss, so it has me do an additional cardio dvd every other day. It has had me take before photos & measurements, and will continue to have me do that so I can see my progress. It will take 90 days, but I will let you know if it is working as soon as I see a difference. I am excited because this should really help me gain strength for poling too! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

I started the P90x Yoga DVD and couldn’t make it past 10 minutes! LOL!! I’m sure you will see great results from this program… It whips your a#$!! I too, am looking to lose some weight (like 15-20lbs). I go the the gym regularly, and do cardio, and weight train. I even got the Wii Fit Plus program. Plus, I pole at home. If you girls unlock the secret to shrinking the belly, DO SHARE. Good luck, ladies!!

[Tara]

Oooh, cute for Valentine’s Day!!

[Tara]

Here are the two I chose:
I already have a pair of thigh highs from "The Highest Heel", but they get too hot to keep on. I’m loving both pairs!

[Tara]

I definitely think you should go with the 50 mm chrome x pole. Some people think that 45 is easier to pole on, but 50 mm is the standers size in competetions, and that comes in handy. LOL https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif – also I have heard alot of girls say, that titanium gives a better grib than chrome – BUT BUT BUT , oh yes, there’s a but – The titanium is only plated on top of the chrome, its not all the way through. – that means that there is a risk of the titanium peeling off with time, which really doesn’t look pretty. The xpole salewoman from whom I bought my pole (50 mm chrome) told me this, and that totally changed my mind and made me buy the chrome one, and not the titanium plated which was my first choise.. I hope this answers your question Tara https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

Thanks, girl!

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Beautifully…. I hope we’ve helped. I now know that I’m going with the 50mm Chrome Xpole. Thanks!

[Tara]

I agree with BlueEyes. I am ordering a second pole and it is definitely going to be an Xpole. I have a Lil Mynx Rotator, and it is an excellent pole. I have it mounted/placed in an carpeted area of my house, and would like the option of dancing on a regular surface. Spins suck on carpet!! And just as BlueEyes mentioned, you could move the pole- but not without drilling another hole into your ceiling.

My only questions are: what mm (45/50), and chrome or titanium?? Thoughts anyone??